Bus Accidents

At the bare minimum, the public transportation system owes its passengers a safe, peaceful medium between their departure and destination. If you or someone you love have been injured or otherwise harmed in a bus accident, you may be entitled to financial compensation. The expert personal injury attorneys at The Legal Reps will ensure that those responsible for your accident will be held liable for their actions.

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The primary step in winning your bus accident injury claim is to determine what it was that caused your accident and who is responsible for the damages. Among the most common factors and conditions that may cause a bus accident are:

• Bus driver fatigue from working too many hours
• Bus driver error, such as running red lights, failing to yield right-of-way, etc.
• Aggressive driver behavior, such as speeding, rapid lane changing, failing to signal, etc.
• Distracted driving
• Driving under the influence
• Inadequate inspection and maintenance, which leads to mechanical malfunctions

Despite recent technological advancements in the field of public transportation, thousands are still injured annually in accidents involving common carriers. Common carriers are defined as entities that transport passengers and/or goods at set rates on regular routes. These entities are required by law to provide their passengers with the following:

• Safely transporting passengers to their destinations
• Providing a safe space for passengers to enter and exit the bus
• Protecting passengers from harm, including harm by other passengers
• Maintaining the safety of all active vehicles
• Screening and properly training employees

*Common carriers that fail to provide their passengers with these conditions may be held liable for ensuing damages.